Skin Checks and Skin Procedures
At Woolooware Medical Practice, the practicing doctors are dedicated to helping you maintain healthy skin through high-quality care. Dr. Rula Ali, a trusted and experienced general practitioner with a special interest in skin cancer detection, provides thorough skin checks and skin procedures to support your overall health and wellbeing.
Why Are Regular Skin Checks Important?
Australia has one of the highest rates of skin cancer in the world. Skin checks play a vital role in detecting skin cancers like melanoma, basal cell carcinoma (BCC), and squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) early—when they are most treatable. Early detection can make all the difference, reducing the risk of complications and improving outcomes.
Regular skin checks are particularly recommended for individuals with a higher risk of developing skin cancer, such as those with a personal or family history of skin cancer, fair skin, or significant sun exposure.
What the practicing doctors offer:
- Comprehensive Skin Checks: Using dermoscopy, Dr. Ali carefully examines your skin to assess moles, lesions, or other changes that may require monitoring or treatment.
- Skin Procedures: For concerning lesions, Dr. Ali performs surgical procedures, such as biopsies and excisions, when clinically indicated.
Why Choose Dr. Rula Ali?
Dr. Rula Ali combines her general practice expertise with additional training in dermoscopy and surgical skills to deliver thorough, patient-focused care. Her experience and keen interest in skin cancer detection ensure that you receive good assessments and treatments.
Dr. Ali prioritises patient education and prevention, working with you to understand your skin health and make informed decisions about care.
What to Expect During a Skin Check
A skin check with Dr. Rula Ali is thorough, non-invasive, and includes:
- Medical History Review: Discussion of your medical history, family history of skin cancer, and lifestyle factors impacting skin health.
- Full-Body Examination: Using a dermatoscope, Dr. Ali examines your skin to detect abnormalities with enhanced precision.
- Assessment and Documentation: Suspicious spots are assessed, documented, and, if needed, monitored with digital imaging.
- Tailored Advice: Personalised recommendations on sun protection, skincare, and follow-up care, with a clear outline of next steps if further action is needed.
Skin Procedures
Dr. Ali offers various skin procedures, performed with care and precision:
- Skin Biopsies: Minimally invasive procedures to confirm diagnoses.
- Mole and Lesion Removal: Surgical excisions prioritising effective treatment and minimal scarring, this includes wide and deep excisions of proven cancers.
- Cryotherapy: Liquid nitrogen treatment for benign lesions, sunspots, and some skin cancers.
- Other Treatments: Topical therapies for certain skin cancers are discussed. Referrals to dermatologists or plastic surgeons are facilitated when required.
Preventive Care and Education
Dr. Ali emphasises prevention through sun protection and self-examinations, empowering patients to safeguard their skin health.
Why Choose Woolooware Medical Practice?
- Comprehensive Care: From prevention to treatment, the consulting doctors cover all aspects of skin health.
- Experienced Team: Dr. Rula Ali’s expertise is supported by a team of dedicated and very skilled GPs and colleagues.
- Personalised Service: Tailored attention to meet your unique needs.
Book Your Skin Check Today
Your skin is essential to your health—early detection and treatment can make all the difference. Book your appointment with Dr. Rula Ali consulting at Woolooware Medical Practice today.
